Oct 25

Job: Full-time copy editor/writer (LA)

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Job posting via Rafu Shimpo. Posted by Dipika Soni (Ishikawa-ken, 2003-06). Dipika currently works as an in-house translator for PFU (a Fujitsu company) in Kahoku-shi, Ishikawa-ken. She is also the vocalist for the Japanese hardcore punk band DEGRADE.

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Job Position: Full-time copy editor/writer

Job Details:

The Rafu Shimpo, the nation’s premiere Japanese American community newspaper, is seeking a copy editor/writer, to join our English section editorial staff on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to begin a career in journalism and news reporting in one of the largest news markets in the world.

Duties will include:

  • daily gathering of stories of interest and related to the greater Japanese American community
  • page layout
  • copy editing and proofreading
  • a variety of reporting and writing assignments

    • Applicants should have a keen sense of current events and a “nose” for news, as well as an eye for detail. Previous journalistic experience will give applicant priority, as will familiarity with posting information online. Native fluency in English is essential and Japanese fluency is a valuable plus.

    After a trial term, health/dental benefits and 401k are available. The Rafu Shimpo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    For a look into the Rafu and its mission in the community, visit www.rafu.com.

    Contact:
    For employment information or to submit a resume, contact:

    Mikey Hirano Culross
    The Rafu Shimpo
    (213) 629-2231, ext. 108
    mikey at rafu dot com


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